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    Home » What We're Eating » Breakfast Casserole With Bacon, Egg, Cheese And Crescent Rolls

    Breakfast Casserole With Bacon, Egg, Cheese And Crescent Rolls

    Published: Mar 10, 2018 by Blair Lonergan

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    Pull together the ultimate spring brunch with this simple 5-Ingredient Breakfast Casseole with Bacon, Egg, Cheese and Crescent Rolls! It's an easy, crowd-pleasing dish that comes together with just 10 minutes of prep!

    A close up shot of a slice of breakfast casserole with bacon, egg and cheese on a small blue plate

    This post is sponsored by Pillsbury™, but all opinions are my own.

    Spring is knocking on the door, you guys! I cannot WAIT for the sunshine, the warmer weather, and the fresh pop of color from fragrant fresh flowers!

    A slice of an easy breakfast casserole with bacon on a small blue plate with a cup of coffee in the background

    As we come out of our winter "hibernation," we are also gearing up for a busier schedule. From 3 different soccer teams' practices and games, to spring break, Easter, and school performances, there's no shortage of running around.

    That's why now, more than ever, I'm relying on quick-prep recipes that get me in and out of the kitchen with minimal effort and maximum flavor!

    This breakfast casserole with bacon, egg, cheese and crescent rolls checks all of the boxes.

    A slice of 5 ingredient breakfast casserole in a baking dish with a spatula removing a slice

    With just a few minutes of prep, I can throw together a show-stopping meal that will impress guests for a holiday brunch...and that will make my husband smile at the dinner table on a busy weeknight! Breakfast for dinner is the best, right?!

    You definitely don't need to wait for a special occasion to serve a crescent roll casserole!

    An easy breakfast casserole with bacon and cheese on a small blue plate with a fork

    Before we get to the details of the recipe itself, I'm going to share my best time-saving, busy-mom trick of all: online grocery shopping at Walmart!

    Holy cow, this service has seriously changed my life!

    Any parents with little kids know that it can be an exhausting undertaking to haul multiple children through a crowded store. It's time-consuming, it's stressful, and we often leave frustrated and overwhelmed. Not anymore!

    Ever since our local Walmart started offering a FREE online pickup service, I've never looked back. At least once a week (and often more), I sit down at my computer whenever it's convenient (at night, early in the morning, during nap time, etc.) and select my groceries.

    From the comfort of my couch, I can enjoy a cup of coffee or a TV show while clicking the boxes of the items on my list.

    Walmart's website saves the products that I purchase frequently, so I'm sure that I never forget one of our staples. Plus, it's one-stop shopping because I can add toiletries, fresh flowers, cleaning supplies, and other household items to my list that I wouldn't otherwise be able to purchase from a regular grocery store.

    Screenshot of Pillsbury Crescent Rolls online grocery order at Walmart

    Whenever I'm ready to place my order, the website allows me to schedule my pick-up during a 1-hour window.

    On this particular day, I ordered my groceries early in the morning while my kids were still sleeping, and scheduled them for pick-up that same day between 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. It doesn't get more convenient than that, right?

    A photo of Text notification for online grocery order at Walmart

    When the grocery order is ready, you're notified via email and text. You can click one button on the Walmart app to "check in" and tell the store that you're on the way. It then tracks your progress via GPS so that the clerks know exactly when you are going to arrive.

    They're often waiting by the curb for me with my cart of groceries by the time I pull into the reserved parking spot!

    A photo of Reserved parking spots for online Walmart grocery orders

    I can sit in my car with the kids (and not even unbuckle any car seats) while the bags are loaded into my trunk. Everything is prepaid for with my credit card when I place my order online, so I don't even need to get out my wallet.

    I'm telling you...this is how I will forever do my grocery shopping!

    Blair waiting in car for online grocery order at Walmart

    Did I mention that the service is free? As long as you spend $30, there is no charge for your own personal shopper! Plus, I save a lot of money by avoiding impulse purchases or those snacks, cereals, and bakery treats that my kids like to throw into the cart.

    Okay, so back to the recipe!

    Slice of a breakfast casserole with bacon on a blue and white plate with spring flowers

    I (obviously) ordered all of the ingredients that I needed for this breakfast casserole with bacon online at Walmart.

    The KEY ingredient for a beautiful, puffy, buttery crust are these classic Pillsbury™ Refrigerated Original Crescent Rolls. They turn out perfectly flakey and golden brown every single time!

    Two cans of Pillsbury Crescent Rolls for making a breakfast casserole with bacon

    In addition to the crescent rolls, you will need eggs, milk, cooked bacon, and shredded cheese. So simple!

    Ingredients for making a breakfast casserole with bacon and cheese

    If you're interested, last week I shared a video of me making this casserole in my Instagram stories, which you can still see in my "highlights" on IG here.

    How To Make  A Breakfast Casserole With Bacon

    Start by pressing the crescent roll dough into the bottom of large casserole dish. It's fine if it overlaps a bit, and it doesn't need to be perfect!

    Pillsbury Crescent Roll dough in a large baking dish for making a breakfast casserole with bacon

    Sprinkle the chopped bacon and the cheese over top of the dough, and then whisk together the eggs and milk.Eggs and milk whisked together in a glass bowl ready to make a breakfast casserole with bacon

    Pour the egg mixture over the crust, pop it in the oven for about 35 minutes, and ta-da!

    A close up of a breakfast casserole with bacon on a small blue plate with flowers in the background

    The end result is a gorgeous breakfast casserole with bacon and crescent rolls. And you know what's so cool?

    During the baking process, the crescent roll dough flips around with the eggs, so that the base layer of the casserole is like a fluffy egg omelet, while the flakey, buttery, golden brown crust rises to the top. The crust is studded with the bacon and cheddar cheese, and finally garnished with freshly chopped chives. Basically, heaven on a plate!

    This 5-Ingredient Breakfast Casserole with Bacon Is Super Easy To Make!

    Whether you're hosting a special spring brunch, attending a church potluck, or just looking for an easy dinner to serve your family, I hope that this delicious breakfast casserole with bacon makes your life in the kitchen a little bit easier!

    There's so much to enjoy this season, so it would be a shame to waste the sunny days with tedious grocery shopping or stressful meal prep. Instead, order your food online, stir together a quick one-dish meal, and get outside to cheer on the soccer sidelines, take a walk to smell the flowers, or just sit on the couch and read a good book. The work is done for you!

    If you’ve tried this breakfast casserole with bacon or any other recipe on The Seasoned Mom then don’t forget to rate the recipe and leave me a comment below! You can also follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest to see what I’m getting up to.

    A close up of a breakfast casserole with bacon on a small plate
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    5-Ingredient Bacon, Egg and Cheese Crescent Roll Casserole

    A simple 5-ingredient breakfast casserole with bacon, egg, cheese and crescent rolls. It's an easy, crowd-pleasing dish that comes together in just 10 minutes.
    Course Brunch
    Cuisine American
    Keyword easy breakfast casserole, fast prep breakfast recipes
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 375kcal
    Author The Seasoned Mom

    Ingredients

    • 2 cans 8 ounces each Pillsbury™ Refrigerated Original Crescent Rolls
    • 1 ½ cups cooked diced bacon (I used 17 slices of thick-cut cooked bacon, or about 5 ounces cooked)*
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 6 eggs
    • 2 cups whole milk
    • Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
    • Optional garnish: fresh chives sliced green onions, or fresh parsley

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375F/190C. Spray a 13-inch x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
    • Unroll crescent dough and spread in the bottom of the prepared dish. It’s fine if the dough overlaps slightly. Gently press together the perforations to seal the dough.
    • Place diced bacon on top of crescent rolls. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Add salt and pepper, to taste (if desired).
    • Pour egg mixture over bacon and cheese.
    • Bake, uncovered, for 35 – 40 minutes, or until eggs are set. Check on the casserole after about 20-25 minutes. If the crust is looking golden brown, cover the casserole lightly with foil and continue baking until the eggs are set. This will prevent the crust from becoming too dark.
    • Allow the casserole to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
    • Garnish with chives, green onions, or parsley.

    Notes

    Cooking for a Smaller Family? Cut the ingredients in half and prepare the casserole in an 8-inch square baking dish. The cooking instructions remain the same, although the baking time may be a bit shorter (30-35 minutes).
    *I purchase 2 boxes of thick-cut cooked bacon for a shortcut. You can cook your own bacon at home, if you prefer.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/8 of the casserole | Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 25.3g | Protein: 17.4g | Fat: 24.4g | Saturated Fat: 9.5g | Cholesterol: 177.6mg | Sodium: 858mg | Sugar: 2.9g
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    Comments

    1. Karly

      March 11, 2018 at 12:00 pm

      Love this! Can't wait to try!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 11, 2018 at 1:38 pm

        Mmmmm...bacon! 🙂

        Reply
      • Kim

        August 04, 2020 at 7:31 am

        Does this freeze well?

        Reply
        • Blair

          August 04, 2020 at 1:11 pm

          Hi, Kim! I haven't tried freezing this particular breakfast casserole, but I think it should work fine. I would bake it first, allow it to cool completely, and then wrap tightly and freeze. Thaw in the fridge overnight, allow to come to room temp on the counter when ready to bake, and then reheat at 350 degrees F until warmed through. You may need to cover it loosely with foil while reheating so that it doesn't get too dark on top. Enjoy!

          Reply
    2. Melissa

      March 11, 2018 at 6:49 pm

      I've got this in the oven now! It smells so good. I can't wait to eat it. We are topping it with salsa, and green onions. The kids want it plain. Either way a great, easy, and delicious meal. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 11, 2018 at 7:23 pm

        That's great, Melissa! Enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
        • Nicole M Aspleaf

          January 10, 2021 at 4:15 pm

          3 stars
          It took about an hour and a half to cook. Next time I will use one cup of milk.

          Reply
          • Betty

            September 26, 2021 at 9:14 pm

            2 Cups of milk is way too much! Maybe 1/2 cup. It was a drippy liquid mess

            Reply
    3. Kristy from Southern In Law

      March 13, 2018 at 5:01 am

      I wishhhh we had crescent rolls here so I could make this! I’m going to have to come up with a DIY version!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 13, 2018 at 6:29 am

        Oh, man...do you have something similar like refrigerated croissant dough? It's the best!

        Reply
    4. Karin

      March 21, 2018 at 4:04 pm

      Do you think this could be made the day before and put in the fridge till I put it in the oven the next morning?

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 21, 2018 at 4:23 pm

        Hi, Karin! Yes, I think it would be great as an overnight casserole!

        Reply
    5. Emily Kemp

      May 11, 2018 at 6:59 am

      5 stars
      What a great idea for using crescent rolls, I'm so excited to try this!

      Reply
      • Blair

        May 11, 2018 at 10:19 am

        Yesss! This is such an easy way to enjoy them! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Dennise Worboys

      May 28, 2018 at 2:24 pm

      i am so trying this today...wondering what to do different with crescent rolls and a nice light dinner with a salad tonight...
      also looking to make some like meals for a recovering friend...who needs some TLC

      Reply
      • Blair

        May 29, 2018 at 5:12 am

        That's great, Dennise! I hope that you and your friend enjoy the casserole. We love this meal! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Tamara Dilg

      September 14, 2018 at 10:43 pm

      Hey Blair, this recipe looks great, I'm making it tomorrow for our ladies brunch at church. Do you think I could add a little tomato? And, can I use sausage instead of bacon. That's all I have. I know it won't be as pretty, but will it work?

      Reply
      • Blair

        September 15, 2018 at 5:25 am

        Hi, Tamara! Yes -- you can definitely use some tomato. Jut make sure that it's seeded and patted dry so that the juices don't make the dish too watery. The sausage will work great -- I've made it both ways! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Jennifer Anne Alexander

      October 23, 2018 at 4:50 pm

      I made this for my dinner tonight and I can't wait to try it.im just waiting for it to cool so I can cut it up!

      Reply
      • Blair

        October 23, 2018 at 4:57 pm

        Awesome! Hope you love it, Jennifer Anne!

        Reply
    9. Susie. Arteberry

      November 02, 2018 at 3:56 pm

      Hi there I have it in the oven now. I put sausage in mine along with the bacon. Can’t wait to eat it. Thanks for the recipe.❤️

      Reply
      • Blair

        November 02, 2018 at 7:00 pm

        Awesome! Enjoy!

        Reply
    10. Lisa Hurt

      January 07, 2019 at 11:38 pm

      5 stars
      First, I'd like to say THANK YOU! I was in a pinch for dinner and it was too nasty outside to head to the store, so I found this and thought, breakfast casserole for dinner if I have the stuff. I used more cheese, but other than that, followed the recipe exact. I baked bacon for the first time too, which went well. My husband and my daughter both came back for seconds, but I was right behind them haha! I will absolutely make this again, and may play around with ingredients, sausage or ham, etc. But this was FABULOUS!

      Reply
      • Blair

        January 08, 2019 at 5:49 am

        Yay! I love when you can avoid a trip to the store by using ingredients that you already have at home. I'm so glad that you all enjoyed it!

        Reply
      • Carrie G Brink

        August 03, 2020 at 1:34 am

        5 stars
        Delicious and easy! Added green pepper and onion. This will be my go to for brunch!!

        Reply
        • Blair

          August 03, 2020 at 6:06 am

          Thank you, Carrie! I'm so glad that you enjoyed it!

          Reply
    11. Cat

      January 11, 2019 at 11:06 pm

      Thank you, this recipe is awesome! My husband put sriracha on it and it was even better!

      Reply
      • Blair

        January 12, 2019 at 5:17 am

        Great! I bet it was perfect with that added hot sauce! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Dreyes

      March 21, 2019 at 12:13 am

      Hello
      This looks amazing!
      Have you ever doubled the recipe?
      I am wanting to make this for a school staff/ teachers breakfast.

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 22, 2019 at 5:14 am

        Hi! You can definitely double the recipe, but you would need to bake it in two separate 9 x 13-inch pans (unless you have one giant pan instead). I bet the teachers will love it! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Diane Lieberman

      March 28, 2020 at 12:09 pm

      I had crescent rolls on the verge of expiring, mushrooms and half an onion left over from the lasagna I made earlier in the week, 3 slices of slab bacon in the freezer, and 1/4 of a brie circle. Cooked the bacon, caramelized the onion, added mushrooms and then chopped bacon. Topped with brie for the 10 minutes. It looks amazing, lol!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 28, 2020 at 12:51 pm

        Your version sounds amazing, Diane! Hope you enjoyed it! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Rebecca

      April 02, 2020 at 2:49 pm

      Could I add thawed and drained frozen spinach? Would that
      Mess up any physics of the dough rising???

      Reply
      • Blair

        April 02, 2020 at 3:27 pm

        Hi, Rebecca! Yes -- I think that would be a delicious addition. Just make sure that you squeeze the spinach really dry. 🙂

        Reply
        • Rebecca

          April 02, 2020 at 5:49 pm

          Easier said than done but hopefully it's good enough ..about to see !! Thanks for the recipes!!! Love them all!

          Reply
    15. Terri Jones

      April 17, 2020 at 8:22 pm

      1 star
      The crust never rose to the top and stuck to the bottom. Took much longer to cook. Won’t try this again. A waste of ingredients.

      Reply
    16. Susan

      June 25, 2020 at 3:28 pm

      5 stars
      My family really likes this breakfast casserole! Since we live at 6300 feet above sea level I have had to make some adjustments! Bake at 325 degrees for an hour and fifteen minutes loosely covered with foil! Remove the foil for the last 3-5 minutes of baking! Turns out perfect!! Thanks for the great recipe!

      Reply
      • Blair

        June 25, 2020 at 8:03 pm

        That's great, Susan! I'm so glad that you've figured out how to make it work at your elevation. Thanks for sharing those details for any other readers in a similar situation!

        Reply
    17. Abby

      December 29, 2020 at 12:44 pm

      5 stars
      This was an amazing recipe! I replaced the bacon with ham, because we have leftover ham from Christmas. Definitely making this again!

      Reply
      • Blair

        December 29, 2020 at 3:53 pm

        Thanks, Abby!

        Reply
    18. Nicole M Aspleaf

      January 10, 2021 at 7:06 pm

      3 stars
      It took about an hour and a half to cook. Next time I will use one cup of milk.

      Reply

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